Advantest D3286 BER Error Detector

High-Precision Testing : Advantest D3286 Error Detector

Engineered for engineers, the Advantest D3286 Error Detector delivers performance in error detection and measurement, making it the perfect solution for high-frequency communication system evaluations such as SONET, SDH, and ATM applications. Whether you're engaged in loop-back tests or need reliable burst data measurements, the D3286 ensures you capture data with uncompromising accuracy and speed.

This advanced bit error rate tester (BERT) is your lab’s dependable companion—fully calibrated before shipping, aligned to OEM specifications, and shipped with a Calibration Certificate, Calibration Label, and complete Calibration Data for peace of mind and readiness from day one.

The built-in GUI offers a clean, intuitive experience, allowing operators of all levels to configure test scenarios with ease and legibility. From timing to voltage, the auto search function does the heavy lifting, automatically adjusting to the optimal parameters for error detection without guesswork.

 Features & Benefits of the Advantest D3286 Error Detector

• High-Frequency Coverage: Measures signals across a broad frequency range from 150 MHz to 12 GHz.
• Intelligent Auto Search: Finds the most appropriate voltage thresholds and clock timing, optimizing performance automatically.
• Real-Time Monitoring: View data and clock signals through dedicated monitor outputs with amplifier support.
• Data Handling: Store and retrieve measurement data using onboard FD drives with MS-DOS® text format compatibility.
• Seamless GUI Environment: User-friendly interface ensures quick setup, visibility, and control of test parameters.
• Calibrated for Accuracy: Every unit is delivered calibrated to OEM specs, ensuring precise performance from the get-go.
• Versatile Connectivity: Supports GPIB remote control and interlocking operation with compatible generators like the D3186.
• Robust Environmental Tolerance: Built to perform under diverse conditions with wide operating and storage ranges for temperature and humidity.

Whether in R&D, production testing, or systems verification, the Advantest D3286 delivers reliable, repeatable results that engineers can trust. It’s not just a piece of equipment—it’s a strategic investment in accuracy and efficiency.

Advantest D3286 Error Detector – Specifications

Parameter	Details
Operating Frequency Range	150 MHz to 12 GHz
Input Format (Data)	DC termination, DC coupling
Input Code & Polarity	NRZ, Logical inversion possible
Input Amplitude	0.1 Vp-p to 2 Vp-p
Threshold Level	-2.040 V to +2.040 V in 0.001 V steps
Input Impedance	Approx. 50 O
Clock Input	AC coupling, 50% ±5% duty ratio, ±400 ps variable delay
Auto Search Function	Automatically optimizes threshold and clock delay
Trigger Output	Pattern or Clock sync, 1/32 CLK frequency division
Monitor Output	Data and clock via amplifier with adjustable delay
Error Output	Direct, 32-phase logical sum, TTL output available
External Interfaces	GPIB, BNC, SMA, 2.92 mm connectors
Master/Slave Capability	Works in tandem with D3186
Display	Green 7-segment LED
Operating Temp Range	0°C to +40°C (standard), +20°C to +30°C (Option 72)
Power Requirements	100–240 V AC, 48–63 Hz, up to 500 VA
Mass	Up to 32 kg
Dimensions	266(H) × 424(W) × 550(D) mm

For advanced error detection with plug-and-play convenience, the Advantest D3286 Error Detector sets the standard. From development labs to production lines, it ensures your signals are clean, your errors are caught, and your data is rock solid—right out of the box.